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Immigrants in US without permanent legal status grew to 12.2 million, study finds

1 month ago
WASHINGTON — The Center for Migration Studies Thursday released a report finding the population of people in the United States without permanent legal status increased to 12.2 million in 2023, using the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. It’s a number that grew by 2 million from 2020 to 2023, according to the study by […]
Ariana Figueroa

US House-passed tax bill weakens accountability at for-profit colleges, advocates say

1 month ago
WASHINGTON — The massive tax and spending package U.S. House Republicans narrowly advanced last week could hinder accountability for for-profit colleges and weaken student-borrower protections, student advocates say. The bill, now headed to the Senate, calls for sweeping changes to education policy under what GOP lawmakers deem “regulatory relief.”  That includes eliminating a rule governing for-profit schools, […]
Shauneen Miranda

IBEW Local 1 Veterans Committee Brightens O’Fallon VFW Post

1 month ago
From St. Louis/Southern Illinois Labor Tribune:  Members of the IBEW Local 1 Veterans Committee recently volunteered their time and efforts toward making VFW Post 5077 a little brighter by retrofitting the older building’s lights. A group of about 10 IBEW Local 1 volunteers teamed up at the hall at 8500 Veterans Memorial Parkway on May […]
Dede Hance

Daily Deal: The Ultimate 2025 Cyber Security SOC Analyst Bundle

1 month ago
The Ultimate 2025 Cyber Security SOC Analyst Bundle has 12 courses covering what you need to know to help identify vulnerabilities, monitor for threats, and respond to incidents as a Security Operations Center analyst. Courses cover IT fundamentals, CCNA certifications, Linux, Wireshark, and Splunk. It’s on sale for $35. Note: The Techdirt Deals Store is […]
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Gateway Studios Opens Doors in Chesterfield Valley

1 month ago
From West Newsmagazine:  Gateway Studios & Production Services has officially opened its studio complex in Chesterfield. The 32-acre facility at 900 Spirit of Saint Louis Blvd. is designed to meet the demands of the complex touring productions, television and film projects and high-end corporate events. “We set out to build a space that solves real […]
Dede Hance

Alton Amphitheater Announces Headliner Show for August

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ALTON - The Alton Amphitheater will welcome rock band Puddle of Mudd this August. On Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025, community members can come out to the Alton Amphitheater for the concert. Dan Herkert, chair of the Alton Amphitheater Commission, promises a fun night on the river. “The riverfront is going to be rocking on Aug. 2,” Herkert said. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the opener goes on at 7 p.m. Herkert said they are still working with Puddle of Mudd to finalize the opening act, but this will be announced soon. Puddle of Mudd takes the stage at 8 p.m. Tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 30, 2025, through MetroTix . General admission costs $34.25. You can grab reserved tickets for $46.50 or enjoy VIP seating, parking and private concessions at $65. Herkert added it’s likely there will be a meet-and-greet opportunity with the band, but they are still working out those details. He noted that it’s been a few years since the amphitheater

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Contractors Join Forces to Tackle Tornado Debris

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From Fox2:  Since the devastating tornado struck, some of the biggest names in construction have come together to clean up storm debris and move forward in the recovery. Enter the Greater St. Louis Tornado Recovery Effort. “There’s a lot going on,” Rick Moeckel, Clayco executive vice president, said. “This right here is the path. Over […]
Dede Hance